For this less ephebic version of rosé in all its expressions, one was the text
beautiful maturation of the grapes which clearly distinguishes it from the "younger" and lighter rosés.
DONQUASI' is deliberately generous and represents taste and quality with a strong character
Tuscan winemaking tradition that goes well with the flavors of its land.
An eclectic wine to be sipped calmly and carefully, strictly in company.
Production area:
Ferretto from Cortona – Tuscany
Vineyard:
Soil: clayey-sandy, variable from slightly acidic to acidic;
Grape variety: Sangiovese;
Viticulture: Integrated pest management, low environmental impact;
Year of planting: various years from approximately 1940 to 1969;
Orientation and average altitude: NE-SW, 280 meters above sea level.
Grapes produced: approximately 22 quintals/Ha;
Vintage: 2023
Harvest period: end of September.
Winemaking method:
DONQUASI' is obtained from carefully selected, hand-harvested ripe grapes
exposed and placed in small boxes, then destemmed and left to macerate for a short time
until the desired color and a balanced release of aromas are obtained; the grapes come
then pressed softly and the must placed in concrete barrels to obtain
a first spontaneous clarification; the following day, the must is placed in barrels
of steel where the alcoholic fermentation phase begins in a
controlled temperature. Here it is left to rest and matured throughout the winter
waiting for bottling which usually takes place at the beginning of spring depending on the
lunar calendar.
Amount of sulphites:
DONQUASI' wine stands out for its low sulphite content.
Alcohol content: 13% vol.
Number of bottles produced: 356 individually labeled and numbered bottles
dark.
Tasting notes:
Color: Precisely the maturation closest to fullness is responsible for this
more generous extraction which brings with it the purple note.
Smell: Calm aromas;
Taste: full flavor of agricultural wine and also with a lot of verve. Taste thoroughly tasty.
Serving temperature: 10°-13° C.
Pairings: platters of Tuscan cured meats, pici with white Chianina ragù, white meats
grill flavored with aromas that evoke the countryside, fried rabbit marinated in herbs and
lemon, duck with orange, risottos (beetroot cream and burrata), as well as dishes of
fish (we are close to Trasimeno).
Note: It is recommended to enjoy chilled in a large glass
RECENTLY VIEWED